Sig. Wave Height from Wind Speed
Fully-developed seas: H_s ≈ 0.22 · V² / g · f(fetch). Simplified Hasselmann + Pierson-Moskowitz asymptote.
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Formula, assumptions, and limits
| Symbol | Meaning | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| 10-m wind speed | m/s | |
| Fetch length | m | |
| Significant wave height | m |
Source: Pierson-Moskowitz (1964)
In short
Fully-developed seas: H_s \u2248 0.